First Love
Eleni Baker Lyrics
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Just an altar and a flame
Love is found here in our sacred space
I hear Your voice, I see Your face
You're still my first love
You're still my only one
You're still my first love
There's a table just for You and me
Break the bread and pour the wine
Perfect union, nothing in between
I am Yours and You are mine
You're still my first love
You're still my only one
You're still my first love
You're still my only one
I want to burn for You
I want to burn for You, Lord
I want to burn for You
I want to burn for You
Oh, I want to burn for You
I want to burn for You
Even if I have to walk in the fire
I want to burn for You
I want to burn for You, and You alone
I feel my heart beating out of my chest
I want to stay forever like this
May the flame of my heart always be lit
I want to burn forever like this
I feel my heart beating out of my chest
I want to stay forever like this
May the flame of my heart always be lit
I want to burn forever like this
You're still my first love
You're still my only one
You're still my first love
You're still my only one, yes
You're still my first love
You're still my only one
You're still my first love
You're still my only one
I feel my heart beating out of my chest
I want to stay forever like this
May the flame of my heart always be lit
I want to burn forever like this
The lyrics of "First Love" by Eleni Baker speak to the deep, intimate relationship with God that the singer cherishes and nurtures. The song depicts a return to a sacred and secret place, symbolizing a personal spiritual sanctuary where the singer finds solace and connection with the divine. The altar and flame represent a space of devotion, where love is discovered and experienced fully.
The lyrics express a profound longing and dedication to God, portraying a deep sense of intimacy and connection. The repetition of the phrase "You're still my first love, You're still my only one" emphasizes the enduring nature of this relationship. It suggests that despite the passage of time, challenges, or distractions, the singer's commitment and affection for God remain steadfast and unwavering.
The idea of a table set exclusively for the singer and God further emphasizes the exclusivity and importance of this bond. Breaking bread and pouring wine symbolize communion and union with God. The lyrics suggest that in this sacred space, there is no separation or barrier between the singer and God; they belong to each other wholly and completely.
The desire to burn for God is a metaphorical expression of intense passion, devotion, and surrender. The singer's longing to stay forever in this state of connection and intimacy is evident throughout the song. The repeated lines "I want to burn for You, Lord" and "May the flame of my heart always be lit" underscore the singer's yearning for a perpetual state of devotion and love.
Overall, "First Love" by Eleni Baker captures the essence of a deeply personal and transformative relationship with God, portraying a longing for intimacy, an unwavering commitment, and a desire to remain forever connected in a sacred space of love and devotion.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm returning to the secret place
I am going back to my personal and intimate space where I connect with God
Just an altar and a flame
In this sacred space, all I need is a symbolic altar and a burning flame to represent my devotion
Love is found here in our sacred space
In this place, love is discovered and nurtured, creating a special bond with God
I hear Your voice, I see Your face
Through my connection with God, I am able to hear His guidance and see His presence
You're still my first love
Despite the passage of time, my love and devotion to God remain unchanged
You're still my only one
God is the sole recipient of my deep affection and devotion
There's a table just for You and me
In this sacred space, there is a place set aside for me and God to have communion and intimacy
Break the bread and pour the wine
Symbolizing the act of communion, where I offer myself to God and receive His grace and love
Perfect union, nothing in between
Our connection with God is a flawless union, with no barriers or obstacles standing in the way
I am Yours and You are mine
I belong to God, and He belongs to me, in a profound personal relationship
I want to burn for You
I desire to have an intense passion and fervor for God
I want to burn for You, Lord
Specifically, my desire is to have a deep passion and devotion to God
Oh, I want to burn for You
My longing is to have an all-consuming love and devotion for God
Even if I have to walk in the fire
I am willing to go through challenges and hardships if it means being closer to God
I want to burn for You
My ultimate goal is to have a fervent love and devotion toward God
I want to burn for You, and You alone
My love and devotion are exclusively reserved for God, with no other distractions or idols
I feel my heart beating out of my chest
My heart is filled with intense emotion and desire
I want to stay forever like this
I long for this connection and passion with God to be eternal
May the flame of my heart always be lit
I pray for my love and devotion toward God to always burn brightly within me
I want to burn forever like this
I desire to maintain this fervent love and passion for God throughout my life
You're still my first love
Even in the midst of all experiences and time, God remains the initial and strongest love in my life
You're still my only one
God is the sole recipient of my deepest love and affection
You're still my first love
My devotion and passion for God have not changed
You're still my only one, yes
Without a doubt, God remains the singular focus of my love and devotion
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